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keep up

VERB
maintain, sustain
Synonyms
STRONGEST
hold on
WEAK
balance compete contend continue emulate go on keep pace keep step match pace persevere preserve rival run with vie
Antonyms
WEAK
let go neglect

Example Sentences

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But the singer says she learned to keep up with fans’ appetite by serving them a varied musical diet.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

“How many ships are going to test the blockade? Does the Navy have enough ships, aircraft, assets, et cetera to keep up with that?” said Wills.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

Now, the fundamentals just need to try to keep up with the stock.

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

You can keep up to date with the longer range forecast here.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

Penelope raced along the platform, neck and neck with the train, until it pulled ahead and she could not keep up anymore.

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood